See all Motoring NewsThe latest version of the popular Kia Sportage has been carefully crafted to establish new benchmarks across the SUV segment in Europe. It combines a sleek yet muscular and modern exterior design with a cutting-edge premium interior featuring a swooping integrated curved display that houses the very latest advancements in connectivity tech.
State-of-the-art hybrid powertrains further enhance the European Sportage’s capabilities, serving to dramatically reduce emissions and enhance fuel economy. An advanced plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model represents another first for the European Sportage, realizing eco-friendly electric-only driving that can cover most daily trips from the home to work or for daily shopping needs. The all-new fifth-generation Sportage also debuts a high-tech hybrid (HEV) variant and a mild-hybrid (MHEV) gasoline powertrain.
“The all-new Sportage has been carefully designed, developed and honed specifically for Europe, in the process breaking boundaries and establishing new benchmarks in the SUV segment,” said Ronan Flood, Managing Director Kia Ireland.
“With its forward-thinking exterior design and its pioneering interior, the new Sportage combines a dynamic road presence on the outside with a class-leading, driver-focused premium cabin that benefits from the very latest breakthrough tech features.”
“ The Sportage is also a key model for Kia Ireland having been our best-selling model for over 10 years .This new model is no different and we anticipate sales of nearly 3,000 in 2022 and in our first year full year in 2023 sales in advance of 3,500 .“
The Kia Ireland initial product offer features a choice of four powertrains and four trim levels. PHEV models will follow in Quarter 2 .
The entry level model K2 features the 1.6CRDi (115 PS ) engine and standard equipment features includes 17” alloys, LED headlamps, dual-zone climate control, reversing camera with dynamic guidelines ,auto dimming rear view mirror ,cruise control with speed limiter,lane keep assist,lane follow assist and forward collision avoidance .
The K3 at €38,000 comes with a choice of either 1.6 MHEV TDGi ( 150PS) or 1.6 CRDi ( 115PS ) adds 18” alloys ,heated front and rear seats ,power adjustable front seats and 12.3” infotainment screen with Kia Connect ( UVO connectivity ) . The K3 HEV ( €42,000 ) also features smart cruise control and highway driving assistance .
Moving up a trim level the K4 is available with 1.6 Diesel and 1.6 Gasoline HEV at €40,500 and €44,500 respectively .Spec highlights for the K4 include exterior enhancements like matt chrome coated front bumper and door garnish and silver painted rear skid plates . Comfort and tech features include beige leather upholstery, driver memory seats ,ventilated front seats ,curved 12.3” inch driver cluster display and wireless phone charger .The K4 HEV (€44,500 ) add an additional safety feature – blind spot collision avoidance .
The top of the range GT-line (with 136PS CRDi ) enjoys even more luxurious specification with features including 19”alloys ,special GT-line sports upholstery,GT-line exterior styling ,sports pedals and smart power tailgate as standard.
Trim levels and pricing for PHEV models will be announced closer to launch .